Role Name: Bookkeeper

Schedule: Part-time (20 hours per week), Monday 5:30 pm-11:30 PST, Wednesday 4:30-pm-11:30 PST, and Thursday - 4:30-pm-11:30 PST

Client Timezone: Pacific Time (California)

Client Overview: Join a thriving multi-service business in San Diego that provides essential community services including packing and shipping, mailbox rentals, notary services, and live scan fingerprinting. The owner is an experienced accountant who values expertise and efficiency but needs dedicated support to manage the growing workload and catch up on backlogged bookkeeping tasks.

Job Description: You’ll take ownership of the financial record-keeping for a dynamic business that serves multiple customer needs across different service lines. This role offers the perfect opportunity to work directly with a knowledgeable business owner who understands accounting but needs your expertise to maintain accurate, up-to-date books using Xero. You’ll play a crucial role in bringing order to the financial operations while supporting a business that provides valuable services to the local community.

Responsibilities:

• Perform daily bookkeeping tasks using Xero accounting software with precision and efficiency
• Reconcile multiple bank accounts including checking, savings, and specialized live scan business account
• Manage credit card reconciliations for two business credit cards with attention to detail
• Complete catch-up bookkeeping work to bring all accounts current and establish ongoing maintenance schedule
• Maintain accurate financial records across multiple business service lines (shipping, mailbox rental, notary, live scan)
• Coordinate directly with business owner via video calls and regular communication for seamless collaboration
• Ensure proper categorization and tracking of transactions across diverse revenue streams
• Support month-end closing processes and provide clear, organized financial reporting

Requirements:

• Proven expertise with Xero accounting software (this is essential for success in this role)
• Strong understanding of US accounting practices, procedures, and compliance requirements
• Experience with bank and credit card reconciliations across multiple accounts
• Entry-level to mid-level bookkeeping experience with demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and efficiently manage catch-up work while maintaining ongoing tasks
• Reliable internet connection for remote work and video communications
• Bonus if you have experience with multi-service businesses or diverse revenue streams
• It helps if you’re familiar with Oracle or NetSuite systems (owner has background with these platforms)

Why Join This Team?:

• Work directly with an experienced business owner who values your expertise and professional growth
• Flexible remote work arrangement with clear communication and support
• Opportunity to bring order to financial operations and make a meaningful impact on business efficiency
• Month-to-month engagement with potential for long-term partnership as the business grows
• Competitive compensation with transparent, all-inclusive pricing structure
• Direct access to client success management and ongoing support from BruntWork team

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